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Frequently Asked Questions

Which NBA team has been the most successful?

The question of "What is the best way to answer this question?" is subjective. It will be debated by fans for years. Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics hold the most NBA championships with 17 titles. Chicago Bulls enjoyed their peak in the 1990s when six titles were won under Hall of Fame coach Phil Jackson. Five championships have been won by the San Antonio Spurs since 1999. The Golden State Warriors have won four of the last ten. The Philadelphia 76ers in the 1980s, Kobe-Shaq Lakers in the 2000s and LeBron James's Miami Heat team, which won back-to-back NBA championships 2012 and 2013, are just a few other notable NBA teams.

Which player is the greatest defender in the NBA's history?

Anyone who is familiar with basketball will not be surprised to find "The Dream" at top of the list. Hakeem Olajuwon made 3,830 blocked shots over his 18-year NBA career. This is more than any other player. He was also a 9 time All-Defensive Player and a 2-time DPOY, which helped his team win two NBA Championships. He was an outstanding defender. His timing, footwork and athleticism enabled him to be a superb shot blocker and rebounder. He was a terror for opponents because of his ability guard any position. Not only was he a formidable defensive player, but he was also a top offensive player. He was an extraordinary player with incredible agility and quickness. His deadly spin moves allowed him scoring in the post. His versatility and ability to play all positions made him one the most valuable players in the game, not to mention defenders. Hakeem Olajuwon is undoubtedly a worthy leader on this list.

Bill Russell ranks only #2 on this list, with an average of 15.1 points per game. But he was a formidable defender in his era and gave opponents nightmares. Bill Russell is an NBA legend. He has won 11 NBA Championships throughout his career and has the highest defensive win rates in NBA history with 133.64. He was integral to the Boston Celtics' amazing success. His defense prowess and rebounding skills were critical to their championship victories. His ability to anticipate plays and understand opponents' strategies made him an intimidating presence on the court, which is why he is considered by many as the most decorated defender in NBA history.

This is the third place list, with Dennis Rodman. He was one of the unique players in the history of the NBA and always made an impact when he played. Rodman was a tough defender, rebounder, and did not need the ball to score. This allowed Rodman to be an effective player, which enabled him to win many games. Dennis Rodman was a 7th-time Rebounding Champion, 8th-time All Defensive Players, 2nd-time DPOY, 5th-time NBA Champion and 2-time All Defensive Player. His tenacity on the defensive end was among the best, as he always seemed to be in the right place at the right time. He was also a skilled rebounder. He would often out-jump taller players, and take their boards away.

Who holds the record in terms of career playoff wins for the NBA?

LeBron Jam is the leading figure in the NBA Playoffs history with 174 wins and 266 games, so it's no surprise that he's one of the most sought after basketball players.

Statistics

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• An estimated 800 million viewers watched the [105]2017–18 season. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Meanwhile, the opening night rosters include a record-setting 234 players with some G League experience, according to the NBA ( Twitter link ). (hoopsrumors.com)
• The 2013–14 season opened with 92 international players on the opening night rosters, representing 39 countries and over 20% of the league. (en.wikipedia.org)
• As of 2014, 45 percent of its viewers were black, while 40 percent were white, making it the only top North American sport that does not have a white majority audience.[102]As of 2017Democrats than Republicans.[103]Outside (en.wikipedia.org)

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How To

How do you get into the NBA?

High school and college are the two main routes to becoming a NBA basketball player.

NCAA schools include Duke University, North Carolina State University and the University of Kentucky for college students. These schools offer four years of education and training. Players develop ball handling, shooting, and rebounding skills during this period. They learn how defense and offense can be run. And they hone the mental aspects of being a professional athlete.

Prep schools are open to high school athletes from outside their home states. These schools provide personalized attention to athletes and help them develop their talent. They teach players academics, character building, and sportsmanship.

Both types of players must pass identical physical tests before being allowed to enter the draft. The test involves running 40 meters, jumping over a 5'6", standing on one foot, and throwing a football through tires.

All players who pass these tests will be invited to participate at workouts for different NBA teams. They are evaluated based on their height and weight as well as their speed.

Teams also take into account their past experience. AAU Basketball players are likely to be given preferential treatment.

Players considered too small to play professionally are sometimes called "one-and-done" prospects. These players are often chosen in the second round.

Some players choose to skip college and go straight to the NBA. These players are called "prospects." Prospects don’t need to wait till the end to declare that they are eligible for draft.

They can apply to get an exemption so they can enter the draft before others. If a prospect does this, he can compete with other prospects during the predraft process.

Prospects can improve their chances of getting selected by participating in summer leagues. Summer league games are played in July or August.

Scouts have the chance to see players in action at these events without worrying about injury.

June marks the start of the NBA Draft. It is when all the top NBA prospects are evaluated. Each team gets a different number of picks each round.

In other words, the first selection in the first round is usually the 15th overall. The 60th pick is the 20th selection in the third round.

After the draft, teams trade to make their rosters complete. Some teams offer mini-camps for potential draftees.

It is an exciting day on draft day! What happens next?

Once the draft begins, there is no more waiting for your name to be called. Every NBA team has to select players from the pool.

A contract is sent to a player once he has been selected by the team. It details his salary, playing hours, and benefits. He becomes an employee of the company.

He also gets a jersey with the name of his choice on the back, and a new uniform with his nickname.

Finally, he signs that contract. He is now officially a member of the NBA.